• to provide opportunities for students to participate in a well-rounded schedule of high-level athletic competition;
• to encourage physical fitness and the development of physical skills and emotional control in students;
• to support the educational goals and mission of Bethany College;
• to foster character, good sportsmanship, school spirit and loyalty in students, staff, faculty and fans.

The mission of Bethany College is to educate, develop, and challenge individuals to reach for truth and excellence as they lead lives of faith, learning and service. All people who share in the Bethany experience are united by our core values of integrity, hospitality, community, servant leadership, and sustainability. 

If you choose to join the Bethany community as a student, you can expect:

• personal attention within a caring community;
• active learning and meaningful practical experience - in and beyond the classroom;
• an educational experience that prepares you for a life and career of consequence;
• to be an active participant in your own education and in the life of the college;
• to be a part in something bigger than yourself.